Jazz Workshop

Jazz Workshop The 1.5 hour jazz workshop focuses on learning to improvise on standard jazz tunes. Both students and teachers who want to experience improvisation are invited to participate. All participants (students and teachers who would like to participate) must register and

$20

McLean Symphony and NVMTA’s Composition Contest Winner

The program of National Treasures will consist only of music by American Composers, including a composition by 13 year-old local student, Daniel Carroll, winner of a festival sponsored by the Northern Virginia Music Teachers’ Association, and a work written in memory of Dr. Marti

Adult Student Rehearsal Workshops–January

DETAILS In a friendly and welcoming environment, we talk about our pieces, perform for a warm and supportive audience, and learn how we can develop our playing through constructive suggestions. We also enjoy each others’ company, support each others’ journeys, and have fun! Thes

Free

NEW DATES: Northern District Auditions, Sep 13 Video Submission Date

Application Requirements 1.  Please register at mtfest.com.  Be very specific listing piece titles, including opus or Hob. numbers, keys, and movements. 2.  Pay fee online through mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or Mastercard.

$27

NVMTA Concerto Winners perform with The Amadeus Orchestra April 24, 2022

On Sunday, April 24, 2022, the Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association’s Concerto Competition prizewinners will perform with the Amadeus Orchestra under the direction of A. Scott Wood at Saint Luke Catholic Church in McLean. The students were chosen from three concerto compe

$40

Adult Student Rehearsal Workshops–October

DETAILS In a friendly and welcoming environment, we talk about our pieces, perform for a warm and supportive audience, and learn how we can develop our playing through constructive suggestions. We also enjoy each others' company, support each others' journeys, and have fun! Thes

Free

Adult Student Rehearsal Workshops–December

DETAILS In a friendly and welcoming environment, we talk about our pieces, perform for a warm and supportive audience, and learn how we can develop our playing through constructive suggestions. We also enjoy each others’ company, support each others’ journeys, and have fun! Thes

Free

Financial Award Auditions

For more information:  https://nvmta.org/nvmta-financial-assistance-scholarships-overview/

Concerto Winners Orchestra Performance

2023 Performance Information Students chosen from among NVMTA's Concerto competition winners will perform with the Amadeus Orchestra on May 14, 2023, 4 pm at Saint Luke’s Church, 7001 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA. Tickets can be purchased HERE This year's program will mark our thi

Musical Theater Competition

2023 NVMTA Musical Theatre Competition Competition Goal: to give students experience and preparation for the theatre industry's audition process at every level:  middle school, high school, the college audition circuit, and professional shows.  We warmly welcome students at eve

$30

Fall Festival

Contemporary and Historical Judged Music Festival Date and Place The festival will take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church, 1724 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA 22101, Deadlines Registration Deadline:  Thursday, October 12, 2023.  All fees must

$25

Skills Day: Keyboard and Sightreading

Application Requirements 1. Please register at new.mtfest.com 2. Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com. Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event. Pay with Visa or Mastercard. After payment is made, you may print a copy of the invoice for your records. You do not n

$20

Robert Spencer Piano Concerto Competition

Application Requirements 1.  Please register at new.mtfest.com.  Registration will open on November 15 and will close on December 7. 2.  Pay fees online through mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or Mastercard.  After payment is

$40

Concerto Competition: Strings

Application Requirements 1. Please register by January 11, 2024 at new.mtfest.com 2. Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or Mastercard.  After payment is made, you may print a copy of the invoice for you

$40

Theory Mastery Day

Application Requirements 1.  Please register at new.mtfest.com. 2. Register by January 11, 2024. 3.  Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or MasterCard.  After payment is made, you may print a copy of the

$21

Concerto Competition and Festival: Woodwinds

Application Requirements 1. Teachers register students at new.mtfest.com 2. Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or Mastercard.  After payment is made, you may print a copy of the invoice for your records

$40

Bach/Baroque Festival and Competition

Application Requirements Please register at new.mtfest.com. Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com. Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event. Pay with Visa or Mastercard. After payment is made, you may print a copy of the invoice for your records. You do not need t

$23

Piano Concerto Festival, Grades K-3

Application Deadline:  January 27, 2024 Application Requirements 1.  Please register Grades K-3 at new.mtfest.com 2.  Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or Mastercard.  After payment is made, you may pr

$29

Composition Competition

Composition Competition IN MEMORY OF ALMA GRAYCE MILLER POSTMARK DEADLINE: March 7, 2024 FEE $24.00 per entrant. Non-NVMTA members have to pay the $50 fee (per student per event) plus registration fee. All fees are nonrefundable. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Fill out the applicat

$24

Piano Concerto Festival, Grades 4-12

Application Deadline: February 4, 2024 Application Requirements 1.  Please register Grades 4-12 at new.mtfest.com. 2.  Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or Mastercard.  After payment is made, you may p

$29

Spring Festival (NFMC)

Event Details The Falls Church Spring Festival is an annual event that provides students an opportunity to perform and receive constructive feedback in a non-competitive environment. In addition to a written evaluation, students earn 1-5 points for each performance. To promote c

$25

Achievement Awards Competition: Voice

Achievement Award: Voice Competition Goal:  To give students experience in performing classical repertoire and to receive constructive criticism from experienced voice teachers.  We warmly welcome students in grades 8 and above who would gain vocal growth from this audition/perf

$40